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8 Ways Leonardo DiCaprio Proves He Is The Wolf Of Saving Our Planet

At present, it’s impossible to deny that climate change is happening, that it was caused primarily by humans, it’s making the world a less livable place and it’s up to all 7.1 billion people on the planet to stop this.

Beyond the multiplicity of incredible films this man has stared in, Leo has continued to be an avid environmental activist. For his philanthropic efforts, DiCaprio was recently named a UN Messenger of Peace.

Some might question the viability of having an actor, rather than an expert, at the forefront of the conversation surrounding climate change.

Yet, by placing such a popular face on this extremely important issue, the United Nations has made this vital issue palatable to even the most disinterested individuals.

It’s crucial that people continue to talk about the human impact on the environment and how to reduce it, or we risk destroying the only world we have.

Indeed, Leonardo DiCaprio is the wolf of climate change awareness. He has been relentless in his efforts to combat the consequences of this environmental catastrophe. Likewise, Leo has continued to spread awareness while encouraging others to join the fight to save our planet:

In addition to WWF, he also sits on the board for several other environmental organizations: Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Global Green USA and the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW).

3. Elephant Crisis Fund

The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation donated $1 million to the Elephant Crisis Fund to assist anti-poaching efforts.

Elephants are at risk of extinction. Every 20 minutes, an elephant is poached (killed) for its tusks. Ivory is a valuable commodity in many parts of the world. In total, around 33,000 elephants are poached a year.

These are majestic animals that deserve their place in the world, and they are killed by humans for the sake of greed. Accordingly, Leo once stated:

Elephant poaching is a brutal crisis… The decimation of these animals is something we have the power to stop, and the Elephant Crisis Fund is a crucial part of the solution. I am honored to support them.

6. “11th Hour” (Documentary Film)

“The 11th Hour” is a documentary film created, produced and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio. It provides an intimate look at the state of the global environment and the way in which we can institute practical measures to improve its health.

7. Eco-Friendly Island Resort

Apparently, he plans to build an environmental friendly resort there. Not much construction has occurred as of yet, but it sounds pretty awesome. Well played, Leo.

8. Global Citizens Award

A lot of rich and famous people do absolutely nothing beneficial with their wealth and status. Leonardo DiCaprio, however, is not only a model for other celebrities, but also the common citizen.

Accordingly, he was very recently presented with the Clinton Global Citizen’s Award for his efforts as a philanthropist and environmental activist.

Indeed, when it comes to climate change, it’s up to common citizens to stand up and take action. Of course, it may seem easier to actually impact things when you are fabulously wealthy, like Leo.

Yet, when hundreds of thousands of regular people took to the streets to symbolize their concern for climate change on Sunday, Sept. 20, Leo was among them. This is a testament to the fact that when we stand together, we can change the world.

Do not be fooled into thinking that your voice doesn’t matter. You do matter and so does your voice, you are as much a part of this world as anyone else.

This is precisely the message that DiCaprio has been trying to spread in his efforts to save the environment. Likewise, during his speech to the UN Climate Summit, Leo stated:

I stand before you not as an expert, but as a concerned citizen. One of the 400,000 who marched in the streets of New York on Sunday, and the billions of others around the world who want to solve our climate crisis.

… Clean air and a livable climate are inalienable human rights, and solving this crisis is not a question of politics, it is a question of our own survival. This is the most urgent of times, and the most urgent of messages…

… The people made their voices heard on Sunday around the world, and the momentum will not stop… The time to answer humankind’s greatest challenge is now.

Simply put, if we do not make a more concerted effort to combat climate change, we are essentially condoning the destruction of the planet as we know it.

Mother nature is ruthless, and it will not wait for us to get our act together. There is no better time than now to begin saving the world.

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John Haltiwanger is the Senior Politics Writer at Elite Daily. He was born and raised in DC. John earned an MSc in International Relations from the Univ. Of Glasgow and a BA in History from St. Mary's College of MD. He loves life, and burritos.

John Haltiwanger is the Senior Politics Writer at Elite Daily. He was born and raised in DC. John earned an MSc in International Relations from the Univ. Of Glasgow and a BA in History from St. Mary's College of MD. He loves life, and burritos.